The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Cut Key Feature Before Launch

The traditionally central role of storytelling and gameplay in the “Zelda” series has always been front and center. Nevertheless, “The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom” took a new approach by putting Princess Zelda at the focus. Some might perceive this as a departure from the original, but the main narrative remained consistent and resulted in a game that garnered praise from both fans and critics. Interestingly, the creators of “Echoes of Wisdom” shared in an interview that a significant aspect of the franchise was removed during development for a compelling reason.

Netflix’s One Piece Season 2 Reportedly Wraps Filming

More than a year ago, Netflix’s live-action version of One Piece swept through the internet like wildfire, setting records as the most successful adaptation of an anime manga franchise into a live-action series. By mid-2023, it was the most popular show on Netflix. Just two weeks after its debut, creator Eiichiro Oda announced that the series had been renewed for a second season. In this adaptation, Eiichiro Oda serves as Executive Director and closely oversees every detail to ensure a top-notch production.

The Last Jedi Was Released 7 Years Ago Today (and Star Wars Has Never Been the Same)

The eighth installment of the Star Wars franchise, titled Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi, debuted on December 15, 2017. Since then, the series has undergone a significant transformation. At its release, the film was met with both praise and controversy, a debate that persists to this day – despite other Star Wars movies receiving even more harsh criticism. As we approach seven years since its premiere, examining the public’s reaction to this movie offers valuable insights into the franchise’s trajectory and allows us to ponder where it might be headed in the future.

Sony’s Kraven the Hunter Bombs With One of the Worst Marvel Box Office Openings Ever

The Sony production of “Kraven the Hunter,” featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the notorious Spider-Man adversary, had a disappointing start at the box office among Marvel movies. Debuting in third place during the weekend, it managed to gather only $11 million from 3,211 theaters nationwide, marking a low for the Spider-Man Universe franchise. Directed by J.C. Chandor, this R-rated action movie fell short of expectations, initially projected to earn between $13 and $15 million in its opening weekend. The poor reception from critics on Rotten Tomatoes and audiences giving it a ‘C’ grade on CinemaScore, typically uncommon for mainstream superhero films, may have contributed to these underwhelming earnings, even surpassing the disappointing performance of “Madame Web” ($15.3 million).

Acclaimed New Holiday Thriller Quickly Takes Top Spot on Netflix

Despite the ongoing argument about whether or not Die Hard qualifies as a Christmas movie, Netflix has jumped into the discussion with a movie reminiscent of Die Hard. They’ve just introduced a brand-new thriller titled Carry-On, which adds to the collection of action films that take place during the holiday season.

Sony’s Spider-Man Spinoffs Were Bad But I Still Want to See the Movieverse Team-Up

The management of Sony’s Spider-Man series hasn’t been top-notch, as it’s fair to say they’ve had their ups and downs. The original trilogy by Sam Raimi includes two of the most cherished superhero films from the 2000s, but also one that didn’t resonate well. The Amazing Spider-Man duology kicked off impressively, but the sequel aimed too high in its ambition to create a cinematic universe. Sony collaborating with Marvel Studios delivered an excellent Spider-Man trilogy and independent Spider-Verse animated films, but they also attempted to establish a broader Spider-Man universe, which was met with widespread criticism – both from critics and fans, many of whom considered the resulting films flops, with Kraven the Hunter being the latest addition to this group.